The five drinks that are most harmful to your bones, according to health experts.

The five drinks that are most harmful to your bones, according to health experts.

1. Carbonated Drinks: Calcium-Attacking Bubbles.
Carbonated drinks top the list. Their high phosphoric acid content disrupts the body’s calcium balance. This chemical forces the body to draw on bone reserves to restore blood pH. Meanwhile, the sugar in these drinks exacerbates the problem. Regular consumption causes mild inflammation and gradual weakening of the skeleton. “Diet” versions aren’t any better: sweeteners and chemical additives also harm bone health.

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2. Excessive coffee consumption: a trap for caffeine lovers.
One cup of coffee a day is fine. However, after drinking three or four cups, caffeine inhibits proper calcium absorption by the intestines. The body then excretes more minerals in the urine, which in the long term reduces bone density. Elderly people, weakened by natural calcium loss, are most at risk.

To counterbalance this effect, simply drink a glass of calcium-rich mineral water with each coffee or slightly reduce your daily intake.